Elf on the Shelf Board Game

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The Elf on the Shelf tradition has grown so huge that many kids may already have their own special holiday friend at home. But for those who aren’t familiar, a reading of The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition can help acquaint them with the story. Choose a Name for Your Classroom Elf on the Shelf This is a brilliant last-minute idea that you can put together as long as you have some gummy eggs, like from Haribo, in the house. If you've got a Spider-Man fan at home, this elf set-up will make them squeal. A DIY Spidey mask and some string to get your Santa spy swinging upside-down from a light fixture are all you need to make this one come together. 33. An elf coloring party. If you’re on team Elf on the Shelf but need fresh elf ideas and activities, we’ve got you covered! The teachers on the Teach Starter team talked to teachers in our community and found out some of their favourite ways to use their Elf on the Shelf in their classrooms, including how they incorporate the elf into their learning area instruction, adding writing activities about the elf to English, elf engineering activities for STEAM and more.

Here’s the second of the Elf on Shelf printables that will make your Elf adventures easier when you need a last-minute fix. We all know that elves absolutely love to play board games. You knew that right? Speaking of the rules, your classroom Elf on the Shelf can help reinforce your morning routines too. Remind students they need to be completing their work each morning by setting up an elf delivery! Students can seek out the elf to find their morning work. Don’t forget to add a sign on your elf that details the proper procedures. Set Up Elf Writing Activities In crafting this list of Elf on the Shelf ideas, our primary focus has been on simplicity and suitability for toddlers. Each idea is designed to be easy to set up, avoiding any scenarios where the mischievous elf might inspire little ones to mimic naughty behaviors. Dancing ballet – Pose your elf in a ballet position, maybe with a tiny makeshift tutu. It’s a charming scene, especially for kids who love dancing. 35. Little Detective Reading a favorite Christmas story or dinosaur book – Set your elf up with a book, maybe a Christmas story or a dinosaur book, to encourage a love of reading. 6. Toy Car RacerMaybe it’s night 2 or night 15 when you’ve run out of ideas for where to stage your Elf on the Shelf. Don’t worry, I’ve got you! These are super (SUPER) easy ideas, you can do in less than 5 minutes! What's not to love about a classic snow angel? Whether you use rice, coconut, flour or sugar, you can keep the mess minimal by making it happen in a large baking dish or on a sheet pan. Courtesy Ashley Bryant 20. Climbing to un-bow-lievable heights. Enjoy a fast-paced and energetic game of Snap by pairing up our beautifully illustrated and impish Elf on the Shelf character cards. Take on the challenge of flying around the North Pole’s winter wonderland, collecting candy canes and avoiding the Naughty Cards as you go. Then slow down the pace and get your thinking cap on as you connect the 100 piece puzzle and build up the Scout Elves jolly Christmas tree decorating scene. You’ll find 2 versions of the Elf on the Shelf floor is lava printable sign and a ‘clean your room’ sign to use during December. Best of all, they’re all FREE. What are your kids eating that day for breakfast? Put your elf beside their plate and "ta da!" The elf has taken credit for their meal, including toast with frosting and sprinkles. Yum. 17. Taking a little elf snooze.

Organizing a mini picnic with toy animals – Set up a small picnic scene with the elf, complete with a tiny blanket and some play food. It’s a delightful scene for toddlers, especially if they love outdoor adventures. 12. Superhero Adventures Elf has taken a stuffed Santa toy hostage at the top of the tree! Idea and photo from Life with Lianne. 32. Elf takes a photo Playing a tiny instrument – Set your elf up with a small instrument, like a guitar or a flute, as if it’s giving a concert. This can be a great way to introduce musical elements to your child. 25. Fitness TrainerAre you looking for some fun Elf on the Shelf free printables that will keep your kids and Elf busy during December? The Elf on the Shelf is a fun family tradition that your kids will look forward to, but it can be hard to come up with new ideas every day. Prep some stuffed animals, a DIY tent, a mini concession stand and a homemade trapeze to make this Cirque du Soleil-inspired scene come to life. 37. An imposter among us! Elf brings Santa’s “nice” list to show your child, with their names on it! You can just do this on your computer and print it off in a nice font, or try handwriting it if you have good handwriting! Idea from Growing Clan 19. Sharing drawings Get into the recycling bin to create a can choir for the kids this year! Bend each can halfway to create a torso and "legs" look, draw on faces and assemble an audience of elves. Googly eyes help, too! 51. Under ... where?